A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....03-23,24,25-07....T.G.I.F. at the Finest

[GodBlessUSA]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day was introduced on June 24, 2002. It's only a small room in JimRob's house where we can get to know one another a little better; salute and support our military and our leaders; pray for those in need; and congratulate those deserving. We strive to keep our threads entertaining, fun, and pleasing to look at, and often have guest writers contribute an essay or a profile of another FReeper.

On Mondays please visit us to see photos of A FEW OF FR'S VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY

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We're having fun and hope you are!
~ Billie, Dutchess, Dolly Cali, GodBlessUSA, Aquamarine ~

Welcome to TGIF at the Finest!   We hope you've been having as much fun as we have with our essays and/or spotlight on various FReepers. From the beginning, we've been kicking back on Saturdays and Sundays and simply reviewing the features of the week; our weekend threads now start on Friday and continue through Sunday. If you missed seeing any of this week's threads and want to say hello there now, just click on the link for that particular day. If you'd like to drop in and out of this thread today through Sunday, please feel free to do that also. One of us will try to be around to see the welcome mat is still out, put the coffee pot on, and maybe even bring fresh flowers for the table. : )

~ Billie, Dutchess, Dolly Cali, GodBlessUSA, Aquamarine ~



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"Getting to Know You"

THIS WEEK'S THREADS


03-19-07 ~ Military Monday
By Billie
Presented by The Mayor

03-20-07 Yay, It's Spring!
By GodBlessUSA

03-21-07 ~ Warm Fuzzy Wednesday
By Billie


03-22-07 ~ A Finest Pet Humor Day
By Dutchess

Have a wonderful weekend!

01-09-07 ~ Hall of Fame #18

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

"Wear Red" Friday

You will soon see a lot of people wearing Red on Fridays. Here's why..... The Americans, who support our troops, are the silent majority. We are not "organized" to reflect who we are, or to reflect what our opinions are. Many Americans, like yourself, and all their friends, simply want to recognize that Americans support our troops. Our idea of showing our solidarity and support for our troops is starting Friday and continuing on each and every Friday, until this is over, that every red-blooded American who supports our young men and women, WEAR SOMETHING RED.

Word of mouth, press, TV -- let's see if we can make the United States, on any given Friday, a sea of red much like a home football game at a University. If every one of our memberships share this with other acquaintances, fellow workers, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee that it will not be long before the USA will be covered in RED - and make our troops know there are many people thinking of their well-being. You will feel better all day Friday when you wear Red! So let's get the word out and lead by example; wear RED on Fridays.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. FOR US, THEIR BLOOD RUNS RED!! GOD BLESS AMERICA.

I received this in my email June 10th, 2006 - the author is unknown.
I am wearing red today and every Friday ~ Billie

[GodBlessUSA]

Thank you so much EMB
I so appreciate your posts of photos and captions of our Military. The top picture looks great on my desk top. :)

Navy's newest Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer will be named USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109)
Hero Cpl. Jason Dunham's name will carry on defending America, always. His heroic sacrifice will never be forgotten.

[jaycee]

Wow! Just gorgeous.

[GodBlessUSA]

Good Evening Jaycee
How are you tonight?

[stopem]

WOW!! What a breathtaking photo. Thanks for sharing.

[The Mayor]

March 24, 2007

For Her

READ: Ephesians 5:22-33

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her. —Ephesians 5:25 When my wife had dental surgery, she was out of commission for the weekend. While she was recuperating, I had the daunting task of taking care of her and the kids. I cooked, washed dishes, made special trips to the store for her, and bathed the kids. When I saw all I had done, I thought to myself, I deserve extra credit and reciprocal service when she gets better. Before I gave myself too many pats on the back, however, the Holy Spirit reminded me that what I was doing was my privilege and duty as a Christian husband.

In Paul’s time, many believed the husband’s needs dominated the household, and the wife existed to fulfill his needs and to serve him. The Christian view was quite different, however. Women were seen as persons of equal worth. The wife was transformed from an accessory to a person of intrinsic value, becoming the focus of her husband’s concern. Instead of demanding that she live for him, he was to serve her!

Ephesians 5:25 portrays Christ as loving the church and giving Himself for her. And verse 29 indicates that Jesus nourishes and cares for her. As husbands pursue Christlikeness, they have the privilege and duty to sacrifice, nurture, and care for their wives.

Despite the faults that spouses have,
Their marriage still can thrive;
But both must look to God for help—
He’ll keep their love alive.  —Branon

If you think it’s possible to love your wife too much, you probably haven’t loved her enough.

Bible in One Year:   Joshua 16-18; Luke 2:1-24

[Majie Purple]

Hello FReep Peeps! Back at the Library today, am!
I see that Luv W had a B- Day on the 22nd! Happy belated,HUGS!!
I'd post Ya a pic but I can't from the Library.
Thanks again All for Your messages;pic pings;mail;pings;freeps & another care package Snugs/Eleanor...
Sweet! & One is on it's way to You in April.
Nope Dolly & All who wondered, not away due to anything
medical. Thankfully!
Have a wonderful Saturday & Blessed Sunday!
.

[MEG33]

Woo Hoo..Good to see you!

[MEG33]

Tananger in a Pink Dogwood


Happy Spring Weekend To All!
I don't have Tanagers but I do have a Pink Dogwood blooming.

[Majie Purple]

You too!
14 more mins on today's 1hr Library clock!
I'll be FRing till the last minute!
LOL!

[MEG33]

How are you?.. Several FReepers use the Library..I am so glad you have access!

[Majie Purple]

To be clearer, the clock time means 1r per day on the Library computer.
& closed Sun & Tues.

[Majie Purple]

I'm fine...
I miss the everyday thang at FR though!
But come may I'll be back; full throttle!
New computer and all.

[Majie Purple]

For a long time I'd look in but couldn't post because until recently, I forgot my FR password & can't post without it.

[The Mayor]

Hi Meg Beautiful Birdie!

[MEG33]

Welcome Back (((Purple)))!

[MEG33]

Thank you, Mayor..I have never seen a Tananger..They are beautiful.

We have spotty sunshine today but it is 78 outside and I may have to flick on the A/C switch soon.

[jaycee]

Double Wow for the beauty of the redbird and pink dogwood~

[stopem]

Glad to have you back!!

[Kitty Mittens]

Oh, that Tananger is Beautiful, Meg, and I have a White Flowering Dogwood that is a Lovely Tree!

I've been in a Dream Most of this Day, because I was Finally Able to Go Hiking through the Woods on the King's Ranch, and it was Wonderful Beyond Telling, a Gift from the Grace of our Mighty King! Something Unexpected Happened; Even though about 2 Years had Elapsed Since I've Stepped Foot on that Part of the Property, it Strangely Felt as if No Time At All had Gone By, and I was just Taking Up where I'd Left Off. What a Blessing this Day was!!

To Be Praised Forever is our Blessed Redeemer, Who 'Gives unto us Beauty for Ashes, and the Oil of Joy for Mourning.' (Is.61:3) 'Thou hast turned for me my Mourning into Dancing: Thou hast Put Off my Sackcloth, and Girded me with Gladness.' (Ps.30:11) The Depths of His Mercy are Endless; our Wells of Joy Shall Never Run Dry!

Have a Restful and Peaceful Night, Dear Finest FRiends!

[MEG33]

Tufted Titmouse in a Redbud Tree

I thank the Lord for your wonderful hike!
~Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow~